Join us for a jazz tribute to the music of saxophonist Grover Washington Jr. featuring Bill Hurd (alto/soprano sax), Keenan Shotwell (piano), Gerard Harris (guitar), Sylvester Sample (bass), and Melvin Robertson (drums).
The Crosstown Jazz Series, presented by Strictly Jazz Entertainment in collaboration with Crosstown Arts, is designed to salute classic jazz music as contemporary musicians perform the work of the legends.
About Bill Hurd:
Dr. Bill Hurd, a retired eye surgeon, has earned numerous awards as a jazz saxophonist and has released four albums on CD. He holds degrees from Notre Dame, MIT, and Meharry Medical College. He was also an all-American track & field athlete and is the current Notre Dame record holder in the 100-meter and 200-meter distance races.
About Strictly Jazz Entertainment:
Strictly Jazz Entertainment is committed to cultivating a growing community in the knowledge and appreciation of jazz. We facilitate dialogue and collaboration between the devoted supporters of jazz and the brand new constituents – those new to the genre – for the furthering of the jazz community. We provide a bridge between leading artists and a community that typically does not embrace jazz by promoting concerts in various venues to generate an atmosphere that is viable for the absorption of pure jazz.
Join us for a jazz tribute to the music of pianist Joe Sample featuring Keenan Shotwell (piano), Bryant Lockhart (tenor sax), Kem Gray (bass), Jeremy Wright (guitar), and Tevin Curtis (drums).
The Crosstown Jazz Series, presented by Strictly Jazz Entertainment in collaboration with Crosstown Arts, is designed to salute classic jazz music as contemporary musicians perform the work of the legends.
About Strictly Jazz Entertainment:
Strictly Jazz Entertainment is committed to cultivating a growing community in the knowledge and appreciation of jazz. We facilitate dialogue and collaboration between the devoted supporters of jazz and the brand new constituents – those new to the genre – for the furthering of the jazz community. We provide a bridge between leading artists and a community that typically does not embrace jazz by promoting concerts in various venues to generate an atmosphere that is viable for the absorption of pure jazz.
The Crosstown Jazz Series, presented by Strictly Jazz Entertainment in collaboration with Crosstown Arts, is designed to salute classic jazz music as contemporary musicians perform the work of the legends.
Hailing from the windy city of Chicago, James Austin, Jr. has established himself as an accomplished pianist and bandleader. He honed his craft under the tutelage of a number of legendary musicians, including extensive study with renowned jazz educator Barry Harris, receiving numerous accolades and awards along the way, including the honor of being selected as a semi-finalist in the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Jazz Piano competition. Each year, he has curated and led the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) Jazz Jam series since its inception.
All of these experiences have culminated into a debut offering that pays tribute to one of his longtime heroes, Stevie Wonder, titled Songs in the Key of Wonder. Austin has long considered Wonder as one of the greatest composers of our time. Others have covered Wonder’s tunes on numerous occasions and for good reason, but Austin’s arrangements focus deeply on the colorizations and appealing flavor of Wonder’s mainstay hits.
Jazz tribute to Wes Montgomery and Charlie Christian featuring Chip Henderson (guitar), Alvie Givhan (piano), Earl Lowe (drums), John Lux (tenor sax, clarinet), and Tim Goodwin (acoustic bass).
The Crosstown Jazz Series, presented by Strictly Jazz Entertainment in collaboration with Crosstown Arts, is designed to salute classic jazz music as contemporary musicians perform the work of the legends.
About Strictly Jazz Entertainment:
Strictly Jazz Entertainment is committed to cultivating a growing community in the knowledge and appreciation of jazz. We facilitate dialogue and collaboration between the devoted supporters of jazz and the brand new constituents – those new to the genre – for the furthering of the jazz community. We provide a bridge between leading artists and a community that typically does not embrace jazz by promoting concerts in various venues to generate an atmosphere that is viable for the absorption of pure jazz.
Jazz tribute to American jazz singer Al Jarreau, featuring Ashley K. Davis (Keys/MD), Donald Thomas (Vocals), Marlon Branch (Guitar), Eddie Gatewood (Bass), and Cedric Keel (Drums).
The Crosstown Jazz Series, presented by Strictly Jazz Entertainment in collaboration with Crosstown Arts, is designed to salute classic jazz music as contemporary musicians perform the work of the legends.
About Strictly Jazz:
Strictly Jazz Entertainment is committed to cultivating a growing community in the knowledge and appreciation of jazz. We facilitate dialogue and collaboration between the devoted supporters of jazz and the brand new constituents – those new to the genre – for the furthering of the jazz community. We provide a bridge between leading artists and a community that typically does not embrace jazz by promoting concerts in various venues to generate an atmosphere that is viable for the absorption of pure jazz.
Tribute to jazz saxophonist Dexter Gordon featuring Art Edmaiston (tenor sax), Patrick Fusco (piano), Neal Bowen (acoustic bass), and Jeff Burch (drums).
Tickets: $15
Doors at 6:30 pm | performance at 7 pm
Location: Crosstown Arts East Atrium
The Crosstown Jazz Series, presented by Strictly Jazz Entertainment in collaboration with Crosstown Arts, is designed to salute classic jazz music as contemporary musicians perform the work of the legends.
About Arthur Edmaiston:
Saxophonist Arthur Edmaiston was raised in Northwest TN and came to Memphis to pursue a degree in Jazz Performance in 1990. The Bluff City has been his home since then.
Soon after settling in, Art found guidance in two teachers who would direct his career path and help develop his personal understanding of the saxophone. Allen Rippe, Professor of Saxophone at the University of Memphis and the legendary musician and teacher Lannie McMillan mentored Edmaiston through the early ’90s, providing chances to grow and offering support when needed.
Countless hours of practice and late nights jamming with the finest musicians in Memphis and around the world has brought Edmaiston to where he is today — a Grammy-nominated seasoned professional of stage and studio. Over the years, Art has played for thousands of tourists on world-famous Beale Street, backing up Preston Shannon, FreeWorld, Ruby Wilson and more recently, Susan Marshall and John Paul Keith. Edmaiston has recorded and toured internationally with such artists as Gregg Allman, Al Green, Bobby “Blue” Bland and the International Jazz Master Dee Dee Bridgewater, as well as performing on-stage with some of the biggest names in the entertainment world, such as Stevie Wonder, Dr. John, Ray Parker Jr. and Justin Timberlake.
Always active in the studio, there are several new recording projects featuring Art coming soon from the Joe Restivo 4, the Love Light Orchestra, Marc Edgar Stuart, Marcella & Her Lovers, and others. Arthur Edmaiston has established himself as a leader in music in Memphis and is grateful to be sharing his gift with all who will listen.
About Strictly Jazz:
Strictly Jazz Entertainment is committed to cultivating a growing community in the knowledge and appreciation of jazz. We facilitate dialogue and collaboration between the devoted supporters of jazz and the brand new constituents – those new to the genre – for the furthering of the jazz community. We provide a bridge between leading artists and a community that typically does not embrace jazz by promoting concerts in various venues to generate an atmosphere that is viable for the absorption of pure jazz.
